It only just occurred to me that the Americans, global champions of flag flying, must know best of all people what direction the wind is blowing.

Also, I like that shadow in the foreground, it’s so crisp, and the shadow blob (I am sure there is a better word, but you know what I mean) is nicely lined up with the circular casting and the light pole and building corner. I expect you did that on purpose, probably stood there for two hours until the sun was in the right place, and the wind was wilen. I bet the patient spouse went for a beer during the making of this shot.